In three previous posts I went through the acts of faith, hope, and charity in God's Divine Providence. This is one of the key graces we must keep close to our soul at all times as we travel down the road. As much fun as I had preparing those reflections around the prayer, life is … Continue reading Divine Providence-The Essentials
Pilgrimage
As pilgrims on a journey it is important to be reminded that we are in fact pilgrims on a journey to eternity. Tips, thoughts, inspiration, and casual observations on pilgrimage will be shared here to help you along your journey.
Lent takes the pilgrimage a new direction
Lent awakens a pilgrimage in daily life. We veer from Ordinary Time and begin this journey sealed with ashes on our forehead. The outward sign of our faith. And our humanity; "remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return." Do not bring too much on the journey. It is best to leave … Continue reading Lent takes the pilgrimage a new direction
Act of Charity in Divine Providence
I love you above all things and know your ways to be true and wise. You have said that we are the 'apple of your eye', your 'face will shine upon us and your peace dwell within us'. I dedicate myself to you. I know I can do all things through Christ and that I … Continue reading Act of Charity in Divine Providence
Act of Hope in Divine Providence
I hope that as I strive to do your will - to reverence, praise, and serve you- that this pleases you. As long as I do this you will guide me, protect me, and provide for me and in the end everything will turn out for my advantage and your greater glory. The concept of … Continue reading Act of Hope in Divine Providence
Act of Faith in Divine Providence
"God, I make an Act of Faith -- that your gracious hand guides us. I have faith that our dreams and desires, joys and sufferings, trials and tribulations are known to you and kept close to your divine heart. You never stop thinking about us and working for us." Paul reminds us in his letter … Continue reading Act of Faith in Divine Providence
Divine Providence
We are pilgrims on a journey. There are many paths we can take. Some are well paved, manicured, and have open canopy exposing the wide blue sky. These are consoling moments. We walk freely and easily. The sun's rays fill us with renewed hope and great expectations for what is to come. We have confidence … Continue reading Divine Providence
I Spy…
on location in the everglades.
The Plans of Man
"Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will be established" (Proverbs 19:21). So it is. The spiritual pilgrimage. The journey of man to discern God's will. For those on the path of righteousness there is joy in knowing that in the end the … Continue reading The Plans of Man
Angels descending and ascending
It was a simple white bench. There was a colorful rainbow hand painted on the top. In careful calligraphy it read, "waiting with you until we meet again. I love you." This bench sat next to a gravestone for a loving and dear husband and wonderful father. He had died a few years ago. The … Continue reading Angels descending and ascending
Remember to pack grace
When Jesus sent His disciples out to teach the kingdom of god, He had clear instructions for them, "Take nothing for the journey, neither walking stick, nor sack, nor food, nor money, and let no one take a second tunic"(Luke 9:3). Ever since a young age I held romantic visions of filling up a backpack with a … Continue reading Remember to pack grace
Pilgrim's Journal 